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In recognition of Asian American hoteliers and their contribution to the growth of the U.S. hotel industry, Carlson
Hotels Worldwide presented a $50,000 donation to the Asian American Hotel Owners Association (AAHOA) at the
organization's annual convention held last month in Washington, D.C.

This marks the 14th year Carlson has donated to the education fund that it helped establish in 1995, bringing the
total contribution from Carlson Hotels to nearly $600,000. These funds are used to provide financial support to the
educational seminars at AAHOA's regional conferences held year-round and also represent an important contribution
for AAHOA youth educational classes directed toward future hoteliers.

Steve Mogck, executive vice president and chief operating officer of select service hotels for Carlson Hotels
Worldwide, presented the donation. "Carlson Hotels Worldwide and AAHOA share a dedication to service delivered
with family values in mind. Carlson Hotels is proud to assist AAHOA in their mission to inspire and educate the next
generation of hoteliers. We value our long partnership with the organization and are pleased to present this check
which will assist with professional development for their members," said Mogck.

Carlson Hotels Worldwide is a leading global hotel company with more than 1,000 locations in 72 countries. Its
brands include: Regent® Hotels & Resorts, Radisson® Hotels & Resorts, Park Plaza® Hotels &
Resorts, Country Inns & Suites By Carlson and Park Inn®. Carlson Hotels Worldwide is part of Carlson, a global
travel, marketing and hospitality company.